Expense Payables Associate

Job Description:

Who We Are:
Saks Global is the largest multi-brand luxury retailer in the world, comprising Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks OFF 5TH, Last Call and Horchow. Its retail portfolio includes 70 full-line luxury locations, additional off-price locations and five distinct e-commerce experiences. With talented colleagues focused on delivering on our strategic vision, The Art of You, Saks Global is redefining luxury shopping by offering each customer a personalized experience that is unmistakably their own. By leveraging the most comprehensive luxury customer data platform in North America, cutting-edge technology, and strong partnerships with the world's most esteemed brands, Saks Global is shaping the future of luxury retail.

Saks Global Properties & Investments includes Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus flagship properties and represents nearly 13 million square feet of prime U.S. real estate holdings and investments in luxury markets.

Role Summary:
The Expense Payables Associate supports Expense (non-merchandise) payables to ensure all daily / monthly / quarterly functions are completed accurately and on time within company policy. The incumbent will be responsible for handling transactions and reconciliations to the offshore AP Expense Payables team as part of their daily responsibilities.

Role Description:

• Provide support and direction to expense managers throughout the company pertaining to the payment of expense invoices and helping to resolve any escalated issues or invoices / payments requiring expedited treatment.
• Provide Workday support to users for creation of invoice and supplier records.
• Communicate with vendors to resolve any issues related to payments or invoices
• Provide remittance upon request
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve any discrepancies
• Verify weekly tech invoices for payment
• Assist with the annual 1099 tax preparation
• Protect the assets of the company by ensuring that policies and procedures pertaining to the approvals and vendor deductions are clearly defined and communicated and are followed by associates.
• Provide input on Policies and Procedures related to Expense
• Support Period-end close activities for the Expense Payables team:
• Support the external and internal audit process as required
• Assist with projects and ad hoc requests as needed

Reporting / Analysis of non-Merchandise spend:

• Generate payment reporting for business partners
• Perform daily audit of processed invoices

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, with business or accounting background preferred
• Experience within Accounts Payable function in a large company
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• A minimum of 1 years of experience in Accounts Payable.
• Exposure to AP systems and technology, preferably Workday or similar systems
• Required to have intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
• Superior communications skills, both written and oral.
• Demonstrated understanding and acceptance for responsibility of confidentiality.
• Strong organizational / time management skills/problem solving skills
• A proven ability to build strong business relationships beyond the finance team, as well as ability to effectively manage the
• needs of multiple stakeholder groups.
• Strong customer service focus.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities simultaneously
• Experience with accounting monthly and quarterly close process within the AP function

Your Life and Career at Saks:

• Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities
• A culture that promotes a healthy, fulfilling work/life balance
• Benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental).
• An amazing employee discount

Thank you for your interest in Saks. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Saks provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saks complies with applicable state and local laws governing
nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment,
including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
 

Saks welcomes all applicants for this position. Should you be individually selected to participate in an assessment or selection process, accommodations are available upon request in relation to the materials or processes to be used.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

*The above expected salary range may have some variability based upon factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s overall experience, qualifications, and geographic location. If you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply and, if selected to move forward in the interview process, you will have a chance to speak with our recruitment team regarding your specific salary expectations.